About the position
We're determined to make a difference and are proud to be an insurance company that goes well beyond coverages and policies. Working here means having every opportunity to achieve your goals - and to help others accomplish theirs, too. Join our team as we help shape the future. The Hartford is hiring a VP, Middle & Large Business Data Science and AI to play a pivotal role in driving business process efficiency and embedding advanced analytics within the Middle and Large Business. This position also oversees the rapid scaling of Generative and Agentic AI capabilities across the Business Insurance Data Science & AI organization, ensuring the integration of cutting-edge AI solutions to optimize business processes and enhance decision-making. This role will have a Hybrid work schedule, with the expectation of working in an office (Chicago, IL, Hartford, CT or Charlotte, NC) 3 days a week. Candidates must be eligible to work in the US without company sponsorship.
Responsibilities
- Lead the development and execution of a research agenda to drive business process efficiency through triaging, automation and AI tooling.
- Own and manage the processes used to develop and enhance pricing and operational models.
- Serve as a member of Middle and Large Commercial extended senior leadership team and provide thought leadership.
- Hire, train and develop staff and effectively manage staffing budgets.
- Lead the identification of new data sources and embed modern AI and scientific tooling into processes.
- Collaborate with research partners to deliver componentized and reusable analytic assets.
- Possess deep commercial lines business expertise to earn credibility with business partners.
- Develop knowledge of The Hartford's formal and informal structures, business processes, and data sources.
- Oversee and develop a high level team to develop, test, validate, and maintain robust solutions.
- Consult on innovative risk strategies using proprietary systems/data sources.
- Perform data mining and transform raw data into actionable business information.
- Apply economic, quantitative, and statistical skills in the development of pricing, financial and claims models.
- Communicate results to appropriate business areas.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree (Master's or Ph.D a plus) in Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Actuarial Science, Quantitative Economics or other similar analytical field.
- 10+ years of relevant experience in Research Function in Insurance or Financial Services or related field.
- Commercial Lines Insurance experience required.
- 8+ years directing a team, setting priorities and plans to meet business goals.
- Experience managing technical personnel in project based environment.
Nice-to-haves
- Generative AI, Agentic AI and data modeling subject matter expertise.
- Strong strategic thinking and exceptional analytical capability.
- Strong verbal/written communication skills.
- Demonstrated track record of executing change to core business processes.
- Advanced negotiating, influencing, and conflict resolution skills.
- Innovative and seeks new and creative ways to approach analytical exercises.
- Results-oriented with a sense of urgency and accountability.
Benefits
- Short-term or annual bonuses.
- Long-term incentives.
- On-the-spot recognition.
